Tutor, Youth Development, Guidance Counselor: Social​/Educational

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Please make sure you have accepted work-study as part of your financial aid package.

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Open Date 02/05/2026

Requisition Number PRN
16749N Job Title Tutor Working Title PATHS Mentor (Work-Study) Career Progression Track UGR Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Mentors will work a maximum of 19 hours each week depending on the program schedule. Working hours will consist of virtual tutoring, team meetings, monthly in-person field trips, and some administrative duties. Mentors are expected to work one Saturday a month during program activities.

Is this a work study job? Yes VP Area Academic Affairs Department 02203 - Youth & Personal Enrichment Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 15.00 Close Date 05/05/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The PATHS (Providing Access Throughout High School) program is a cohort-based pre-college program for high school students who are considered first-generation students. The goal of PATHS is for students to achieve high school success and college readiness. Students participate year-round starting the summer before their freshmen year of high school until graduation. The program provides access to university resources and a learning community to prepare students for post-secondary success.

PATHS is looking for mentors to be experienced and trusted advisors who form supportive, coaching relationships and assist students in completing high school and applying for college. Mentors are expected to:

* Create supportive and enriching experiences for students that meet the program's mission, vision, and values.

* Help students manage academics and homework through weekly communication and follow-ups.

* Guide students on time management and other study skills to help them improve their performance in school.

* Share advice and knowledge about high school and college to give them context and basic knowledge about what to expect in higher education.

Responsibilities

* Set appointments with students on a monthly basis to keep students accountable.

* Supervise monthly Saturday engagement events from September - May.

* Track student progress and data using a variety of system tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce.

* Work with fellow mentors to plan and implement activities during the school year.

* Attend mandatory weekly team meetings.

* Conduct themselves professionally and represent the program while complying with all the rules of partner sites and activities.

* Be positive role models to students.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are required.

The incumbent will be required to pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) Background check

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

This job posting is only available to University of Utah students who have been awarded a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year. Please login to CIS and go to the Finance/Financial Aid section to view your Financial Aid Status. If you have not received a Federal Work-Study Award, then do not complete and submit this application. Before hire, this employer will confirm that you have received a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year.

Preferences

* Commit to the program for fall and spring semester.

* Have at least 1 year of experience in a college-setting.

* Have an interest in positive youth development and/or youth mentoring.

* Majors in education, social work, psychology, sociology, or other related fields.

* Driver's license

Special Instructions Summary

Please make sure you have accepted work-study as part of your financial aid package.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at  for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions.

Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at  or  or University Human Resource Management at  if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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